1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 853 kg more than 1973 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
